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Portugal Launches Central iGaming Self-Exclusion Hub
Portugal introduces a centralized self-exclusion platform, connecting all licensed operators to strengthen player protection, improve compliance, and align with global regulatory trends in responsible gambling.
Brazil Launches Match-Fixing Education Platform
Brazil introduces a national education platform to prevent match-fixing, supported by Esportes da Sorte and developed by Sportradar, aiming to train athletes and reinforce integrity across regulated betting markets.
Netherlands KSA Updates Player Safety & Sports Betting Rules
The KSA in the Netherlands has issued new guidelines to improve player safety, clarify duty of care, and enforce stricter compliance for online gaming operators. Sportsbooks must remove bets that fall outside legal limits.
India Blocks 8,376 Offshore Gambling URLs in 2026
India’s Ministry of Electronics and IT has blocked 8,376 offshore gambling URLs in 2026 under the Online Gaming Act, 2025. Despite enforcement, offshore platform usage is growing, revealing ongoing challenges for regulators in curbing illegal online betting.
Brazil Launches Policy to Combat Match-Fixing
Brazil has launched the PNPEMR policy to combat match-fixing, introducing stricter monitoring, reporting obligations for operators, and enhanced enforcement to protect sports integrity within its growing regulated betting market.
Belgium iGaming Revenue Falls as Market Cools
Belgium’s gambling market declined in 2024, with revenue falling nearly 5% as stricter regulations impacted retail betting, while authorities now assess whether players are shifting toward unregulated markets.
BGC Warns UK Black Market Gambling Accelerates
The Betting and Gaming Council warns that rising Remote Gaming Duty and proposed Financial Risk Assessments could accelerate the growth of the UK’s illegal gambling market, as unlicensed operators offer better odds and avoid regulation.
Casino Guru Partners with Ethical Gambling Forum
Casino Guru has partnered with the Ethical Gambling Forum to integrate its Awards judging process into the event, supporting transparency, responsible gambling, and industry dialogue around player protection and ethical standards.
Peru Expands Responsible Gaming Training Efforts
Peru’s gambling sector is expanding responsible gaming initiatives, with SONAJA increasing training participation and partnering with MINCETUR to promote awareness, prevention and safer gambling practices across the country.
BGaming Partners Centurion for Brazil Social Projects
BGaming has partnered with Centurion Association in Brazil to launch community-focused initiatives, including food distribution, youth development and sports programmes, as part of its strategy to expand regional presence and support local communities.
Lotep Day Focuses on Governance and Responsible Gaming
The State Lottery of Paraíba hosted Lotep Day in João Pessoa, bringing together operators and experts to discuss governance, responsible gaming and technological oversight as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s regulated betting market.
Loterias Caixa Funds Over R$12B for Brazil Social Programs
Brazil’s federal lottery system transferred more than R$12.2 billion to public initiatives in 2025, supporting sectors such as social security, public safety, sports, education and culture through revenues generated by Loterias Caixa.
Sweden Gambling Revenue Hits SEK 28.2B in 2025
Sweden’s regulated gambling market generated SEK 28.2 billion in 2025, with online gaming and betting leading growth. Meanwhile, land-based casinos declined as Casino Cosmopol closed its final venue and regulatory oversight remained strict.
Brazilian President Lula Criticizes Online Casino Games
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized online casino platforms such as Fortune Tiger, highlighting household financial risks and indicating potential legislative action to restrict digital gaming ahead of the 2026 election cycle.
AMIG Responds to Brazilian President’s Criticism of Betting
AMIG has responded to the Brazilian President’s remarks criticizing the betting sector, underscoring the vital contributions of women across gaming, their economic impact, and the importance of leadership and gender equality in the industry.
Germany tightens online casino player verification rules
German authorities are enforcing tighter identity verification across licensed online casinos. Measures include real-time monitoring of deposits, gameplay, and limits, enhanced self-exclusion enforcement, and compliance with EU AML rules to ensure player safety and market integrity.